Seasoned financial advisors working with founders and business owners in Washington
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you own a business or founded a company, you likely face complex decisions about growth, taxes, and succession planning. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook how Washington's unique tax rules, like its capital gains tax on long-term investments, affect your financial picture.
- Tax-aware planning. Look for advisors who understand how Washington's lack of income tax but presence of capital gains tax impacts your business and personal finances.
- Succession strategy. Ask how they help plan for ownership transfer or sale, balancing tax implications and business continuity.
- Growth and cash flow. Confirm they consider your business's cash needs alongside personal financial goals, not just investment returns.
- Experience with founders. Seasoned advisors here should have a track record of navigating challenges unique to business owners in Washington.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Katheryne M
Series 63, Series 65
Shelton, WA
LPL Financial
Katheryne Mcmillan's 28 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients make her well-equipped to address complex financial needs like tax-aware planning and succession strategy in Washington. Affiliated with LPL Financial, a large firm offering diverse investment solutions and flat-fee financial planning, she stands out by combining seasoned expertise with access to extensive resources and a broad client service approach.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $399,489
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Michael P
Series 63, Series 65
Bellingham, WA
&PARTNERS
Michael Perry brings 29 years of experience advising founders and business owners in Washington, with expertise in wealth management, active portfolio management, and alternative investments. Operating within the large firm PARTNERS, he offers flat-fee financial planning and estate consulting, providing a structured fee approach that may appeal to business owners seeking comprehensive tax-aware and succession planning support.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $384,909
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Ivan J
Series 66
Poulsbo, WA
Illumine Investment Management, LLC
Ivan Jevremovic's two decades of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Washington equip him to address complex tax and succession planning challenges unique to this group. His firm, Illumine Investment Management, employs a quantitative, multi-factor investment approach and offers flexible fee arrangements up to 1.95% annually, providing tailored wealth management and alternative investment strategies that distinguish him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $2,118,415
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Todd K
Series 63, Series 65
Bellevue, WA
Merrill
Todd Kelly's 29 years of experience and focus on founders and business owners in Bellevue, WA, equip him to address complex financial needs including tax-aware planning and succession strategies relevant to Washington's unique tax environment. Affiliated with Merrill, a large firm offering managed accounts and discretionary portfolio management, he provides tax-efficient investment strategies with a 1.10% AUM fee, distinguishing him through extensive industry background and access to Bank of America's capital markets.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Ralph K
Series 63, Series 65
Tacoma, WA
Cetera
Ralph Kowal's 26 years of experience and focus on founder/business owner clients in Washington equip him to address complex issues like tax-aware planning and succession strategy, crucial for business owners facing Washington's unique capital gains tax. His affiliation with Cetera, a large firm offering flat-fee financial planning and a range of portfolio management options, provides clients with flexible fee structures and access to diverse investment approaches compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $306,089
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